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product_id: 10155148
title: "EBSValveDrive Class A Bass Tube Preamp/Overdrive Pedal"
brand: "ebs"
price: "$1039"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/10155148-ebsvalvedrive-class-a-bass-tube-preamp-overdrive-pedal
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
---

# Tube Preamp Overdrive Effect Durable Build EBSValveDrive Class A Bass Tube Preamp/Overdrive Pedal

**Brand:** ebs
**Price:** $1039
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate Your Bass Game with the EBS ValveDrive!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** EBSValveDrive Class A Bass Tube Preamp/Overdrive Pedal by ebs
- **How much does it cost?** $1039 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/10155148-ebsvalvedrive-class-a-bass-tube-preamp-overdrive-pedal)

## Best For

- ebs enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted ebs brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Last:** Engineered with durable materials for the gigging musician.
- • **Compact Design:** Easily fits on any pedalboard without sacrificing performance.
- • **Unleash Your Sound:** Transform your bass tone with rich, warm tube saturation.
- • **Versatile Overdrive:** Perfect for everything from smooth jazz to heavy rock.
- • **True Bypass Technology:** Preserve your original tone when the pedal is off.

## Overview

The EBS ValveDrive Class A Bass Tube Preamp/Overdrive Pedal is a high-quality pedal designed for bassists seeking to enhance their sound with tube warmth and overdrive. Featuring true bypass technology and a robust construction, this pedal is perfect for both studio recordings and live performances.

## Description

EBSValveDrive Class A Bass Tube Preamp/Overdrive Pedal

## Features

- Tube Preamp/ Overdrive for bass
- True ByPass
- Durable Construction

## Product Details

- **Brand:** EBS
- **Style:** Bass,Distortion,Overdrive,Preamp
- **Color:** black
- **Item Weight:** 2.2 Pounds
- **Voltage:** 9 Volts

## Images

![EBSValveDrive Class A Bass Tube Preamp/Overdrive Pedal - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91wjwQo1AtL.jpg)
![EBSValveDrive Class A Bass Tube Preamp/Overdrive Pedal - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81u8cahqZhL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐ 1.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Ridiculous
  

*by C***N on Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2016*

You'd be insane to pay this much.That's all I have. Bye.

### ⭐⭐ 2.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    It came dead out of the box
  

*by M***S on Reviewed in the United States on March 1, 2013*

I ordered a replacement and the same thing happened. Then I thought that I was doing something wrong, so I sent it to a technitian to got it repaired and had to pay extra for that. Fortunately after repairing it everithing is ok.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Paying less for something else is a waste of money.
  

*by S***H on Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2010*

I'm not some kid with a Fender Squire P Bass who's hot on distortion.  I'm a 45 year old live/recording bass player as well as an accomplished live sound engineer.  I don't have an inflated view of my accomplishments or capabilities.  I'm certainly not unique. I'm just giving some context so you can judge this review fairly.  It's hard to wade through reviews on some sites.Most bass player shoppers are looking for a distortion pedal that sounds like the song Hysteria from the Muse album Absolution.  Great sound!  Every serious gigging bass player should have something like that on their pedal board and if that's what you're looking for then this EBS Valve Drive isn't it.  Instead, check out the Malekko Barker Assmaster or the Big Muff.  (Bass players are a dirty bunch when naming things aren't we?)This EBS ValveDrive pedal can shred with the best of them, don't get me wrong, but if that's all you're looking for you probably won't appreciate it more than a cheaper stomp box.Go to the EBS website and listen to the sound samples for this model.  You'll appreciate the subtlety of tone in a preamp that sounds like a classic.  It will define your sound, not just give you an effect to stomp.  It's expensive the same way designer shoes are expensive.  Owning a pair of $300 shoes impresses nobody but you and people who appreciate shoes.  This is a designer preamp. It gives you a tone that musicians, engineers and producers will fawn over but the average listener will not likely notice till you turn it off.  THAT my friend, is art.I was hesitant to spend $300 on a pedal especially when the mounting of the tube looked like a gimmick; a designer glow to make it look cool.  It is worth every penny for it's added Vintage mode which gives an airier crunch.  You get two distinct flavors of overdrive in one box.  Most importantly, there is very little sacrifice on the low end with this pedal.  Any amount of overdrive/distortion in a bass signal is bound to subtract some low end punch but this bad boy puts out as much low end as you want.  Remember, EBS specializes in bass gear and they're passionate about bass tone.  They're not just some division of a large corporation like most of the other pedal makers out there.I can't say enough about this pedal.  It is now in my "indispensable" category. In retrospect, I would spend my money on this before any amp modeling unit.  I own a POD X3 Live and now run it without bass amp modeling so the tone of this preamp shines through.  I keep the X3 for volume, tuner, and sub octave effects.

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*Store origin: NZ*
*Last updated: 2026-03-01*